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Check Engine Light
The check engine light comes on in a car when the engine is experiencing a problem. Ask questions here about your car's check engine light.
7,238 Questions
Why does the check engine light flash when accelerating and the car sputters and jerks?
I had the same problem. It was the timing belt. If your Miata has around 100000 miles on it and the belt has never been changed it's most likely it. Timing belts are expensive to replace. You can change it yourself and save a ton of cash but be prepared to spend a few days working on it. Check out the Miata fan sites for step by step instructions!
How do you reset the service indicator message on a Mercedes-Benz ML320?
Switch ignition off, press & hold the button to the left of the speedo while switching ignition on. After 10 seconds the new interval will appear in the display accompanied by a beep. Release the button. Switch ignition off.
What does it mean on a 1997 KIA Sophia when the check engine light flashes?
take it to the autozone they check the engine light for free
What does it mean when the check engine light comes on a Ford Escort zx2?
It means the computer has detected a problem with the emissions system. Make sure your gas cap is tight. If that is not the problem, then you need to have the computer scanned for a fault code. This code you give you and idea where to look. Auto Zone & Advance Auto Parts will do a free scan in most states. The ZX2's are notorious for having temprature sending unit problems...a quick fix to get the light to go off is to make sure the radiator is full first....then if that is ok disconnect the RED or POSITIVE battery terminal for about 5 - 10 minutes. This resets the computer. You'll have to reprogram your radio and clock but the CES light will be out. If it comes back on then have it checked like above.
How do you reset the check engine light in a 1996 Pontiac Bonneville?
Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery, and hook it back up. This should reset the internal cpu, if the problem still exists the light will come back on after about 50-100 miles of drive time.
How do you reset your change engine oil light on a 2006 trailblazer?
Just turn the ignition key one click forward and press the gas pedal 5 or 6 times should do it
If your car needs a tune up will the check engine light come on?
The light could come on if you needed a tune up. Cars have sensors that will make the light come on for many different reasons, such as a misfire because the plugs or wires need replacing. It is best to check the code that caused the light to come on.
Reset check engine light on 2002 x type jaguar?
take it to an autozone and have them do a code test on it its free and after they are done ask them to erase the codes that should shut it off???
Possibly, along with hundreds of other things. You need to have it checked for codes.
Is there a way to check the engine codes on a 1999 Chevy Venture?
You're going to have to take it to the shop. They have to hack in to it. Unless you're trying to steal the radio, It's nearly impossible to get the code.
How do you turn off the check engine light on a 1997 Honda Accord?
Either disconnect your negative battery terminal for 15 minutes or go to Autozone and they will diagnose and erase your code for free. -broncomudder89 Autozone does not diagnose. "Educated" guess at best. They sell parts. The " check engine light" is by far one of the most misunderstood technological advances It is a warning light that is illuminated when there is a problem affecting the EMISSIONS of the vehicle.. Don't let it bother you as it is a good thing once you understand it. One point that was brought up a recent meeting of technicians was that the amount of hydrocarbons is greater when the gas cap is left off than when the engine is running. Hydrocarbons are part of pollution emitted as gasoline evaporates. Going a step farther, one facet of the emission system is the "Evaporative" portion. This is when the fumes from the gasoline are leaking from the system into the outside air. This is one part of the emission system that can trigger a check engine light. I would say a small percentage of the vehicles that have a check engine light are the result of a loose or inadequate gas cap. But understand that many scenarios are possible with the "check engine light" The vehicle's powertrain computer (note that some vehicles have multiple computers aside from the powertain computer) will run a series of self-tests. They will only run under certain criteria. And they are different from manufacturer to manufacturer. Some self-tests or
How can to fix O2 sensors to pass emissions the fuse for O2 keeps blowing out?
The fuse is blowing out because the wire for the O2 sensor is shorting to ground. Replace the entire wire (trace it through the wiring harness) and the connector for the sensor.
What can be a problem when service engine light is on on a 2003 chevy trailblazer?
When service engine light is on on a 2003 Chevy Trailblazer, the problem could be a faulty thermostat, a circuit range performance problem, or any other problem.
How to turn off the check engine light on a 2002 Lincoln Continental?
Disconnect the negative battery cable and then hold the brake down for about a minute. Be careful when doing this, be sure you have the code to unlock the radio. I personally have not had problems with the radio when clearing codes. If the light doesn't reset try it for a longer period of time or take it to Autozone to see if they will clear it with their scantool.
2000 Mazda protege check engine light always on?
Have you checked the codes it is throwing? If your engine light is on, most likely there is a reason. Take the car to a local autozone. They can pull the codes for free and tell you what they mean. http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBroker?UseCase=S001&UserAction=viewSimpleDiagInfo&Parameters=info
How do you reset the check engine light on a 1994 Ford Probe?
For the 1994, you have to remove the negative battery cable, then depress the brake and hold it in for 5 seconds to reset the check engine light.
Where do you find check engine switch on a 1992 Geo Tracker?
Hi, The switch should be down on the left side of the console or to the right of the steering column. The other method of clearing all the codes is to disconnect the neg terminal of the battery for at least twenty (20 ) seconds, yes that means you need to reset your radio and clock but it is an easy way if you still can't locate the switch. You shoud have no trouble locating it unless someone dissabled it and threw it away or somethinmg like that though. Good luck and hope this helps. Steve H.
actaully the SES nag and CEL share the same lamp and are independent functions.
the Federal cars ( see hood sticker.)
have the SES nag light and goes on , with 50k,80k and so on.
the slide switch for the nag is hidden well.
http://www.kick-fix.com/CEL/CEL.HTML
2001 ram 3500 engine maintenance light code p0601?
P0601 is Internal Controller Failure- Common repair is Install new PCM and program it
Where is the evaporative emission control system vent solenoid located on a 2007 Chevy silverado?
It is mounted to the frame of the truck just in front of the fuel tank.
How do you clear the check engine light on a 1989 Dodge Caravan?
ONE thing that will do this is disconnect the battery , then reconnect the battery but if the check engine light comes back on then take the veh to the garage for more diagnosing of the systems
Don't bother replacing it. I have a 2000 Xterra V6 with 162,000 miles. The knock sensor has been bad for at least half those miles. Other than a code P0325 always stored in the ECM, it doesn't seem to impact performance or mileage. The P0325 error code doesn't even turn on the "check engine" light. Also, replacing the sensor is big job since so much has to be removed just to get to it (for the V6, it's attached to the engine block under the plenum and lower intake manifold). For those with the later years supercharged Xterra's, I would definitely change it if it were bad but not for the 2000 models.
I agree my supercharged 01 frontier is getting no better than 11mpg with the sensor out they charge a very steep price to get it fixed between 400$ and 500. I just changed a knock sensor on the 2000 xterra 3.3 v6 with 257000 miles on it. I put it all back together and it still read that the sensor was bad. The next morning after the car had sat I drove it and really got on it and now it runs like a charm. This was the problem i did not drain the radiator when i removed the lower intake manifold water got into the valve tubes. I dryed them out but some must of got in there,. so be carful when changing the knock sensor "drain the radiator or it will suck."
Why does the check gage light come on in your 1994 Chevy Silverdo truck?
you likely mean "check engine" which could be a multitude of reasons,you need to plug it into a reader to desipher the code Many parts stores will read the codes for you for free and depending on the fault you can get the parts there to do the job.
